A few years back, car keys were like any other keys and were used for locking and unlocking the car, opening the trunk and also starting the ignition system. However, as with any other product, there were certain problems that were common and this created the need for further innovation. Car thefts became common as thieves learnt the tricks of opening a car with duplicate keys and igniting the engine with hot wiring. Another problem that many people faced was of forgetting the car keys inside the car, thereby locking them selves out.

There have been many new features added to the modern cars and transponder car keys are now a standard item, which makes it a lot more convenient to lock and unlock the car and also takes care of the problem of security of the car. While ignition keys can lock/unlock the car and start the ignition, transponder keys are the most popular as they are very convenient to use and come with a variety of useful features. With a transponder key, you can lock and unlock the car even from a distance, without inserting the key in the car. The transponder sends out signals to the receptor inside the car that receives these signals, recognizes the code and opens the door. The chances of car theft have also reduced as the car cannot start without the key. The key has a microchip embedded on its plastic head which is detected by the car and without which it will not start.

Apart from these features a car can also be fitted with a car alarm system which can also be set on or off with the key. With the alarm system fitted in your car, no one can try to forcibly open your car as the alarm goes on if anyone comes near the car. Hence it becomes impossible to tamper with the car. It only recognizes your key which is programmed accordingly. Further new innovations are being introduced and new features are being added to cars every day.

Modern day cars are usually equipped with all or most of these features. However, if you own a car of an older model, you can still get these features installed in your car. Even if you have keypad ignition in your car, you can get an ignition key replacement and all these features fitted in your car. You can also get an ignition key that has all these features integrated into one so that you do not have to carry separate fobs for different purposes. Henceforth you can get all these features in your car that modern cars boast of and that too at an affordable price. It may look like a complicated process but it is quite easy to update your car with the latest technology. An auto locksmith can help fit all these systems in your car, thereby making it more comfortable and safe at the same time. Not only will your car be in sync with the latest features, it will also be more secure and you would not face the problem of locking yourself out again.